Usage:
NOTE: The information supplied in this service letter may not be valid after the termination date of this program. Do not perform the work outlined in this Service Letter after the termination date without first contacting your Caterpillar product analyst.
NOTE: This Program can be administered either before or after a failure. In either case the decision whether to apply the Program is made by the dealer. When reporting the repair, use "PS8337" as the Part Number and "7755" as the Group Number. If administered before failure, use "56" as the Warranty Claim Description Code and use "T" as the SIMS Description Code. If administered after failure, use "96" as the Warranty Claim Description Code and use "Z" as the SIMS Description Code.
Termination Date
August 31, 1998Problem
The rear frame body mounting pivot castings may crack on certain D250D Articulated Trucks.
Affected Product
Model & Identification Number
D250D (6NG1-Up)
Parts Needed
- 1 - 1254451 Pivot Assembly (Use If Required)
Action Required
OPTION A:
Inspect the rear frame pivot castings for cracks as shown. If cracks are not visible perform the rework procedure provided to add plates.
OPTION B:
Inspect the rear frame pivot castings for cracks as shown. If cracks are visible, replace the pivot mounting sub assembly according to the instructions provided and perform the rework procedure to add plates.
NOTE: It will be necessary to remove the body and rear axle assembly to complete this rework.
Service Claim Allowances
Parts Disposition
Handle the parts in accordance with your Warranty Bulletin on warranty parts handling.
Attach.
- (1-Rework Procedure)
Rework Procedure
